Senior Plumbing Designer - AECOM

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There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

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AECOM is seeking a motivated, technically experienced, Senior Plumbing Designer to join our dynamic team based in Chicago, IL.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in plumbing systems design, including domestic water, sanitary, and storm drainage systems, and demonstrate expertise in applying industry standards and codes. This role involves leading complex projects, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and oversee the development of plumbing systems for commercial, residential, and industrial projects.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, such as the International Plumbing Code (IPC), Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC), and relevant local regulations.
• Conduct system calculations, including water demand, pipe sizing, and fixture selection.
• Develop and review construction documents, specifications, and submittals.
• Coordinate with architects, structural engineers, and other disciplines to ensure seamless integration of plumbing systems.
• Lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and designers.
• Stay updated on advancements in plumbing technology, sustainability practices, and code changes.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Architectural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field +8 years of experience in plumbing design, including construction oversight or relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education. 
• Due to the nature of this work, US Citizenship is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in design software including AutoCAD and Revit.
• Proficiency in performing plumbing calculations.
• Strong knowledge of plumbing codes and standards, including IPC, UPC, ASPE, and ASHRAE.
• Experience with sustainable and water-efficient design practices, including LEED certification requirements.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while also being self-motivated and detail-oriented.
• Competent in all conventional aspects of building engineering systems and conducts work in a professional manner while collaborating with other team members.
• Experience with process piping systems design, including high-purity water systems, chemical waste systems, and industrial piping applications.
• Experience scoping and drafting fees for plumbing components of interdisciplinary project work
• Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups
• Ability to perform final quality control check in their area of expertise
• Experience in the following markets: Corporate Workplace and Commercial buildings, Federal Civilian and DoD, Healthcare, Mission Critical, Justice, and Higher Education projects.
• Knowledge of Federal-specific design criteria, such as Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC)s
• Ability to manage and work on multiple projects with other team members.

• Sponsorship is not available for this position
• This will be a hybrid position; up to 2 days work from home.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.